DIFFERENCE! Work where you can make a Spring-Summer Employment Opportunities. Friday, January 30, Town of Halton Hills Recreation & Parks

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1 Work where you can make a DIFFERENCE! Town of Halton Hills Recreation & Parks Application Deadline Friday, January 30, Spring-Summer Employment Opportunities

2 About Town of Halton Hills Spring and Summer Programs The Town of Halton Hills offers employment opportunities within our instructional sports, summer camps, and aquatics programs. The Town of Halton Hills operates at a variety of locations throughout Georgetown and Acton. Come join our team! We are looking for a candidate who shares our corporate values of Honesty, Excellence, Team, Fun, Creativity and Respect. We employ individuals who are highly motivated and enthusiastic, many of whom return to lead programs year-after-year. With so many dynamic staff, a variety of locations and unique summer programs, there is no better place to work this summer! How to Apply The Town of Halton Hills is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise staff of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Applications are to be submitted via one of the following four options: 1. Mail: Town of Halton Hills 1 Halton Hills Drive Halton Hills ON L7G 5G2 2. Fax: Drop-off: Town of Halton Hills Civic Centre Human Resource Department or Drop Box after hours 4. humanresources@haltonhills.ca Please address applications to: Laura Lancaster, Human Resources Application Deadlines Spring-Summer program employment applications are due by: FRIDAY JANUARY 30, :30PM ** Please note that applications received after the deadlines will be reviewed on an "as needed" basis. Instructional Sports Offered Skateboarding, Baseball and Soccer for Individuals with Special Needs. Summer Camps Offered (programs being offered are subject to change) Adventure Camps Specialty Camps Sports Specialty Camp Other Adventure Splash N Fun Epic Sports Camp Skateboard/Scooter Natural Science Explorers Camp Sports Adventure Camp Ball Hockey Chefs in Training Girls Week Out Preschool Camps Youth Programs Arts & Theatre Summer Tyke Hullabaloo Youth Adventure Camp Studio Art Tiny Tykes Sports Camp P.L.A.Y. Program Dance and Cheerleading Busker Camp Performing Arts Musical Theatre Theatre Camp Summer Aquatic Programs Offered (Gellert Community Centre Pool, Georgetown Indoor Pool, Acton Indoor Pool) Swim for Life Advanced Lifesaving Specialized Programs Parent & Tot Preschool Bronze Star Snorkeling Swimmer Bronze Medallion Springboard Diving Teen Bronze Cross Lifeguard Club Adult Lifesaving Sport Fundamentals Aqua Fit Classes occur daily at Acton & Gellert pools Recreational Swims Please include the following as part of your application. Cover Letter Position(s) of interest Resume Answers to Application Questions (Summer camps only - on page 6) Swims occur daily at all Aquatic facilities Page 2

3 Positions Available Program Instructor - Sports Employment Period: Program Delivery: up to 8 weeks up to 8 weeks (April-June) up to hrs/wk (max. of 44 hrs/wk) $12.11-$13.78/hr Develop and deliver high quality, well-balanced, stimulating programs that implement the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development Supervise and remain actively involved in programs at all times Provide front-line customer service to participants, parents and/or guardians Respond to varying skill levels and abilities within program and provide suitable modifications and/or alternatives Work collaboratively with other instructors as a team through open communication, sharing ideas, supporting each others efforts, planning, and sharing workload Assistant Coordinator - Summer Camp Employment Period: up to 14 weeks Prep : up to 5 weeks (May 25-June 26) up to 35 hrs/wk Program Supervision: up to 9 weeks (June 29-Aug 28) up to 40 hrs/wk (max. of 44 hrs/wk) $13.34-$15.18/hr Assist with hiring, training, placement, recognition and evaluation of program staff Responsible for the design of program plans, supervision and evaluations of programs that implement the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development Oversee on-site program management such as camp administration, equipment inventory, budget and records Supervise and mentor a staff team Develop and arrange program events, special guests and trips Ensure excellent customer service and consistent delivery of camp policies and procedures Must be available for Program Leader/Instructor Interview dates Summer Program Leader Employment Period: up to 9 weeks Mandatory Training: up to 35 hours of paid training (Leaders must attend ALL sessions) Program Delivery: up to 9 weeks (June 29-Aug 28) up to 40 hrs/wk (max. of 44 hrs/wk) $11.37-$12.53/hr Assist in program planning to provide a well-balanced, stimulating, age appropriate program that implements the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development Actively participates in all aspects of the program (i.e. games, crafts, trips, swimming) Supervise participants to ensure a safe and enjoyable camp environment Ensure excellent customer service with parents and participants Provide effective integration of children/youth with special needs Mentoring & skill development of volunteers Page 3

4 Positions Available...con t Inclusion Facilitator Employment Period: up to 9 weeks Mandatory Training: up to 35 hours of paid training (Inclusion Facilitators must attend ALL sessions) **may be required to attend additional job-related training Program Delivery: up to 8 weeks (June 29 Aug 21) up to 40 hrs/wk (max. of 44 hrs/wk) $13.34-$15.18/hr Provide one-to-one support ratio for campers with special needs in any directly delivered program Work with Summer Program Leader to integrate campers with special needs into the camp program Assist in program planning to provide a well-balanced, stimulating, age appropriate program that implements the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development Supervise participants to ensure a safe and enjoyable camp environment Completion of weekly support reports Ensure excellent customer service with parents and participants Mentoring & skill development of volunteers Parks Work + Camp Program Leader (up to 5 positions available) Employment Period: up to 7 weeks - Parks - (May - June) up to 9 weeks - Camps - (July-Aug) $11.37-$12.53/hr Position Details: Up to 5 Summer staff will be hired to do outdoor work prior to the start date of their Summer camp position Parks positions start the first week in May Parks staff are required to work up to 40 hrs/wk (hours not guaranteed & shift work may be required) Major responsibilities include outdoor assistance with lawn and garden maintenance Offers for theses Parks Work positions will be distributed after summer camp offers have been confirmed Please indicate your interest in this position when you submit your application Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard Employment Period: up to 12 weeks Mandatory Training: up to 20 hours of paid training (staff must attend all training dates) Program Delivery: up to 10 weeks (June 27-Sept 16) hours vary (approx hrs per week) $12.11-$13.78/hr Provide lifeguard and swim instructional services within the guidelines of a comprehensive aquatic program Ensure safety of participants and provide a program that implements the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development Provide a quality service while demonstrating inspiring teaching skills Provide excellent customer service to parents and participants Page 4

5 Application Scoring & Granting of Interviews All applications are scored using a standard rubric. Interviews are granted to those individuals who best meet the specified criteria for each position and achieve the best score in the areas listed below: 1. Resume, Cover Letter, Answers to Application Questions (professional and quality responses are considered) 2. Certifications, Awards, Extra-Curricular Activities (i.e. First-aid training, academic awards, sports/clubs) 3. Related Experience (i.e. Work, volunteering - preference given to experiences with children age 3-15 yrs) **Please specify what summer program position you are seeking employment (i.e. aquatic programs and/or summer camps)** Interview Dates & Format Program Instructor Sport Successful candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview date and time. All candidates who are chosen for an interview will be asked to provide 3 references. References will be checked prior to an offer of employment. Assistant Coordinator Interviews Friday February 6th, 2015 (1 hour interview) Interview candidates must be able to attend the scheduled interview to be considered. For applicants who are attending a college or university with a driving distance of 3 hours or more, special consideration may be given for alternative interview dates or times. If this special circumstance applies to you, please clearly indicate this in your cover letter. All Candidates who are chosen for an interview will be asked to provide 3 references. References will be checked prior to an offer of employment. Candidates who are unsuccessful for the position of Assistant Coordinator will be considered for a Summer Program Leader / Inclusion Facilitator position or Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard. (if applicant is interested). Leader / Inclusion Facilitator & Aquatic Instructor/Lifeguard Interviews Saturday February 21 st, :00pm to 5:00pm - Leader/Inclusion Facilitator Interviews. Saturday February 21 st, :00pm to 9:00 pm - Aquatic Instructor/ Lifeguard Interviews Successful interview candidates will be notified by a letter, ed to the address on your application form, indicating your invitation to the interview. Please include your current address to ensure you receive your invitation. The interview is set up in an interactive team format. Candidates will be divided into groups and will be sent to a variety of stations which reflect "true to life" program experiences. Camp applicants will participate in camp specific activities and Aquatics applica nts will participate in a wet component in the pool. All candidates who are chosen for an interview will be asked to provide 3 references. References will be checked prior to an offer of employment. Further details will be provided to interview candidates prior to the interview. Our final selection of staff members for 2015 is based on a combination of application review, interview performance and reference checks. Please Note: All interviews are mandatory Page 5

6 Application Questions (Camps only) You only need to answer the section of questions pertaining to the position for which you are applying. If you are applying for multiple positions please ensure that you answering the questions for each position Please answer based on your past experiences in summer camp, aquatics, other related employment or volunteer experiences Assistant Coordinator Position Questions 1) As an Assistant Coordinator what would you do to ensure that every camper is having the most positive camp experience possible? 2) Based on your knowledge or understanding of the duties an Assistant Coordinator has, what do you see as the most important role of an Assistant Coordinator? 3) How would you mentor your staff team to develop their skills as camp leaders and foster a positive working environment? 4) Name the three most important characteristics of a camp program and explain. Leader / Inclusion Facilitator Position Questions 1) When the campers leave the program, what do you want them to say about their camp experience? 2) As a camp leader this summer how will you make a difference in the life of a child? How will you know you have made a difference? 3) What will you do as a staff member to ensure your camp program fosters a positive healthy environment for all? Before You Send Your Application In Have you enclosed a cover letter summarizing your qualifications, why you re interested in the position and indicated the position(s) for which you are applying? Have you enclosed a resume indicating education & training, qualifications, work & volunteer experience (identifying the ages of children you ve worked with), skills & interests, and 3 references (excluding relatives)? Have you enclosed your answers to the questions listed above corresponding to the position(s) for which you are applying? Messages From Recreation Coordinators As Town of Halton Hills Summer Camp staff, our employees have the wonderful opportunity each summer to mold the lives of children in a positive way. Our staff are very well trained and work very hard to provide high quality programs. The staff experience exciting new opportunities for growth and development all while having fun dressing up for theme days, participating in weekly special events and taking a dip in the pool. Staff quote their summer employment as unforgettable, memorable, and a place to meet life-long friends! Make a difference and join our team!! Good luck! Jennifer Ancona Recreation Coordinator Children and Youth jennifera@haltonhills.ca ext A summer position with Town of Halton Hills aquatics team gives you the opportunity to put your aquatics skills to the test while providing high quality aquatic services to your community. With opportunities to provide swimming instruction to learners of all ages, teach advanced lifesaving courses, lead aqua fit classes and guard public swims, aquatics staff are in for a summer full of variety, challenges and fun. For an unforgettable summer, just add water! Heather Morris-Stokes Mark Paravani Recreation Coordinator Aquatics Recreation Coordinator Aquatics heatherms@haltonhills.ca markpa@haltonhills.ca ext ext At the Town of Halton Hills, we believe that being physically active provides a foundation for living a long and happy life. By joining our instructional sports team, you will help to provide a wide variety of active living opportunities which keep the mind, body and soul healthy, all while giving participants the chance to socialize with friends and family. We want to assist participants in achieving their personal fitness goals in a fun, energetic, and memorable experience! Kathleen Dennis Recreation Coordinator Active Living ext Page 6